Do you have a cat? Do you find yourself thinking about what will happen if the zombie apocalypse becomes a reality one day? Good, then this post is a must-read for you!
The steps you take to prepare your cat for the zombie apocalypse not only gets your cat ready for the spookfest, but it also means your kitty partner-in-crime will be there to watch your back as well! After all, we all deserve to have an adorable, yet completely zombie-confident fur friend!
Prepare Your Cat for the Zombie Apocalypse!
Keep your cat indoors. This should be a no-brainer. If you want your furry MacGyver to have the best chance of survival that means you need to keep him safe inside. Wandering the alleyways and dark corners is asking for zombie trouble. When the zombies come, you don’t want to have to be outside hoping to find your cat in time before the undead are knocking down your door! Indoors just makes sense.
Stockpile cat supplies. When the brain munchers come, life as we know it will stop. No more fresh groceries. No more untainted water supplies. It will ALL be a furry memory. Your cat needs to be able to survive with what is on hand in your home for a considerable amount of time. Unless, you live in a glass house that is quickly infiltrated. Stocking up on bottled water, dry & wet cat food, catnip for anxiety and playful mice stuffies will help your cat remain nourished both mentally and physically.
Keep your cat’s vaccinations up-to-date. This may seem a strange request. Why keep your cat’s vaccinations up-to-date for when the end of the world comes? Well, you need your cat to be in the best health he can be to run, fight, chase and defeat zombies! Health can change at the drop of a cat treat, but giving your cat his best chance is a step in the right direction! Plus, who knows if there could possibly be an immunity to zombie attacks in those vaccines? Mind blown yet?
Spay/Neuter your cat. If there is one thing you should have already learned from zombie literature is that despite all the best guns or fences, we are often jeopardized by our love for others. You don’t want your cat’s best judgement to be lost because of his kittens. Keep your cat responsible for himself and himself, alone!
Watch zombie movies with your cat. There is nothing like knowing your enemy before they come calling. Exposing your cat to zombie movies will allow him to understand the zombie psyche better and thus, have a better chance at a successful avoidance to zombies. Many questions remain unanswered until the apocalypse begins, but you and your cat will be prepared for anything!
Plan an escape route for your cat. Every successful zombie escape comes with preparation. You and your cat don’t want to find yourselves boxed in your home without an option. Consider the high-traffic areas your cat occupies such as the litter room/food dish/cat furniture room and be prepared to help your cat escape as quickly as possible to the nearest vehicle or neighbouring house. Walk your cat through this exercise and reward him in the end with his favourite cat treat.
Keep your cat active daily. Running from zombies is a must in any zombie apocalypse scenario. Your cat needs to be able to keep up and remain at a decent speed without falling behind. Determine your cat’s ideal weight for his size and help him to achieve this. Make sure he has plenty of climbing space in your home, so that he can imagine it as the trees outside that he may one day have to climb in an effort to save his fur self! Find engaging toys for your cat and you will see his activity increase in no time at all!
Reassure your cat you will not leave him. Confirming to your cat on a regular basis that you love him and will not leave him behind is a must. Your cat may very well be your only hope when the zombies come and you don’t want to jeopardize that. Petting, brushing and snuggling your cat will help him to understand that you share a bond for a lifetime.
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Tara says
I will take heed to all your great recommendations. Off to watch more of The Walking Dead!!
Kristen says
So glad to hear that Tara!!!!!! Have a fabulous weekend!
Lynda Cook says
This was a great article and very informant, sadly my kitty would never make it, he’s not the brightest of the litter..lol
loucheryl says
Loved this! My cat is fully prepared if there is ever a zombie apocalypse!
kathy downey says
Thanks for the interesting read and all the tips,love the photo of the cat in the window.
Maryann D. says
Wonderful article! I hope everyone read this and takes care of their kitties!
Stephanie LaPlante says
HAHAHA this was hilarious. I’ll prepare them immediately!
Kristin K says
I have a black cat! So, I am all about the “Zombie Apocalypse”!!! She is ready for action!
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
A very amusing post, hopefully everyone will heed the warnings and note your tips 🙂
Elizabeth Matthiesen says
This was very amusing to read 🙂 I don’t have any pets so I only have to worry about the zombies getting me 😉
Jo-Anne Pfoh says
i had to come back and read this again just to make sure i was totally prepared lol
Kristen says
I seriously love you Jo-Anne!!!!!
Cass A says
I should get myself a black cat and see the difference in behaviors
Susan T. says
Lol! I think we’re pretty prepared for most emergencies but I don’t know if I would survive a zombie apocalypse! My cats have watched every season of The Walking Dead and Game of Thrones so they would probably be fierce! 🙂
angela september says
HA!! this post made me laugh – aren’t cats just SO sassy? 😉
Melanie Barclay says
Oh I love this post! thank you for the wonderful tips just in case, you never know a zombie Apocalypse may happen!
linda cassidy says
Lou has been practicing all her beat the zombies moves
kathy downey says
I enjoyed rereading this today and shared on FB for my daughter who loves Cats!
Florence Cochrane says
Cute post. I will have to discuss this with my niece who has three cats.
Sara Zielinski says
This looks like a great cat cookie.
Carole D says
Great tips! I love the Ginger Halloween Cat Cookies! I shared it on facebook!
June M says
We took in a stray black cat a few years ago and she is so adorable and loving. Great article
Marjorie at Dash Kitten says
I am the only one in my family who gets nightmares watching horror films. If the Zombies come I will just shoot them all – right?
Debbie says
Hahaha! This is amazing! Every cat owner needs to read this. I may have to develop a similar plan for our dogs too… 😂 Thanks for the laugh
Tonya Wilhelm says
You crack me up! I love your points about keeping your cat active. It’s so nice to engage with our kitties on a daily basis. Oh, have fun watching spook movies!
Kamira Gayle says
Great tips to be prepared for the zombie Apocalypse. Why does this remind me of the movie with Will Smith and his dog fighting off zombies? Oh I forget the name of the movie now…oh I remember. “I am Legend”! Great flick.
Lola The Rescued Cat says
This is such a cute post! I’m a big Walking Dead fan, and I’m going to share this with some of my friends.
Beth says
This is a very thorough guide! I feel like if I follow all the instructions, my cat will survive a zombie invasion!
Sweet Purrfections says
This is such a neat post! You’ve blended humor with great tips for keeping your cat healthy and happy. Hopefully, we won’t have a zombie apocalypse.
Viktoria says
My three cats are indoor outdoor but I always keep them inside during Halloween! There are some crazy people out there on that night!
Heather Wallace says
You had me at zombie apocalypse! What a creative blog post, and with great tips besides. I particularly like the watching movies with your cat. I’m going to take that advice with my dogs. They need to prep too!
Jodi Clock says
I loved this post! Fun and helpful….just on case! 🙂
Jodi Clock says
Fun post! Love it. Great idea, just in case! 😉
Dolly the Doxie says
I have to say that this is the most clever way of giving tips for keeping your cat safe, especially during “that” time of the year I have ever read. Well done! Sandra and Dolly
Shelby G. says
Hahaha I love this!! Literally goals. These tips work for dogs too! Always have an escape plan!
Sadie says
I’m not a fan of scary movies or t.v. shows. I would have my face buried in cat fur! Love the ginger cookies. I will definitely have to make those – Ricky is a ginger kitty!
hadas bar says
great tips!
Cathy Armato says
This is so clever! Great advice even in Zombie peace-time, if there ever is a time like that… Good point about vaccines potentially being found to have Zombie immunities, I never thought of that!
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Wanda Tracey says
My cat is good and ready for any apocolyse and she is strutting around like the queen of the house she is!
Linda H says
This was so entertaining but also had great tips for cat owners.
Ellen Pilch says
My kitties are safe 🙂
Cedric Chin says
Read “The Walking Cat: A Cat’s-Eye-View of the Zombie Apocalypse”. Cats will do just fine not just evading zombies, but finding small prey to eat. It’s us humans that will be in trouble! 😀